While forests have often been viewed as inert resources, Suzanne Simard’s revolutionary research is transforming forest ecology. A Professor of Forestry at the University of British Columbia,

While forests have often been viewed as inert resources, Suzanne Simard’s revolutionary research is transforming forest ecology. A Professor of Forestry at the University of British Columbia, Simard’s groundbreaking work reveals the complex, interconnected nature of forests, particularly the below-ground fungal networks that facilitate interplant communication. Her findings echo the wisdom of First Peoples, offering a new paradigm for sustainable living on Earth.

Learn more about Suzanne Simard’s research on her website. Further insights, including her Bioneers keynote and panel discussions on forest intelligence, are available through related resources. This content is part of the Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature series.

This program explores the critical shift from "me" to "we" to overcome divisions and foster a collective destiny where everyone belongs. It features a deep conversation between Angela Glover

This program explores the critical shift from "me" to "we" to overcome divisions and foster a collective destiny where everyone belongs. It features a deep conversation between Angela Glover Blackwell and john a. powell, leaders in building a multicultural democracy.

Angela Glover Blackwell is Founder-in-Residence at PolicyLink, advancing racial and economic equity. John a. powell directs the Othering and Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley and co-founded the Poverty & Race Research Action Council. This episode is part of the Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature series, with additional resources available.

Nature's Genius, a Bioneers podcast, explores how nature's wisdom offers solutions for human civilization and living systems. It posits an "Age of Nature," urging a radical shift in our

Nature's Genius, a Bioneers podcast, explores how nature's wisdom offers solutions for human civilization and living systems. It posits an "Age of Nature," urging a radical shift in our relationship with the natural world for healing ourselves and the planet.

The series blends Indigenous wisdom and modern science, revealing interconnectedness and time-tested principles from 3.8 billion years of evolution that allow living systems to flourish.

It features scientists, ecologists, Indigenous practitioners, and authors like Brett KenCairn (naturebasedclimate.solutions) and Toby Kiers (spun.earth). They explore nature's inherent intelligence to model sustainable human organization.

"How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis" was a fundraiser for Sogorea Te' Land Trust and launched Osprey Orielle Lake's book, "The Story is in Our Bones." The event

"How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis" was a fundraiser for Sogorea Te' Land Trust and launched Osprey Orielle Lake's book, "The Story is in Our Bones." The event gathered movement leaders to address humanity's critical choice point: transforming dominant worldviews, which fuel social and ecological crises, into a paradigm of respect, restoration, and justice for an equitable world.

Speakers shared powerful stories demonstrating a possible world, urging solidarity and action. All book proceeds supported Sogorea Te' Land Trust, an Indigenous women-led organization returning land to Indigenous people. Learn more: Book: ospreyoriellelake.earth, Land Trust: sogoreate-landtrust.org, WECAN: wecaninternational.org.

On Thursday, September 19, 2024, two sessions will address critical future skills. The first, from 09:30 to 10:45, explores "Skills for the green and digital transition," examining their

On Thursday, September 19, 2024, two sessions will address critical future skills. The first, from 09:30 to 10:45, explores "Skills for the green and digital transition," examining their interconnected impacts on jobs, skills, and policy for a just transition.

The second session, from 11:15 to 12:30, focuses on "Future skills requirements in the age of emerging technologies." It will analyze how new technologies, especially AI, are reshaping the workplace and skill demands across industries, and consider effective policy responses.

Both sessions feature expert moderators and panelists from diverse international organizations, offering insights into these crucial topics for the future of work.

Tracey Osborne's TEDxGAIAjourney closing keynote on October 15, 2020, explored intersectionality in the climate crisis through a systems view. An Associate Professor and Presidential Chair at UC

Tracey Osborne's TEDxGAIAjourney closing keynote on October 15, 2020, explored intersectionality in the climate crisis through a systems view. An Associate Professor and Presidential Chair at UC Merced, Osborne specializes in the social and political economic dimensions of climate change.

Her research focuses on climate change mitigation, Indigenous Peoples' roles, climate finance, equity, and justice, with extensive field experience in Mexico and the Amazon. Osborne founded the UC Center for Climate Justice and leads the Climate Alliance Mapping Project, a collaborative effort for a socially-just climate response. Her work is published in high-impact journals, and she holds a PhD from UC Berkeley.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Join the Commonwealth Club’s Virtual Gala on November 19 at 6 pm to celebrate women in science and medicine. Register and donate: text Club2021 to 41444 or visit